Electrician (Marine)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain DoD Personnel to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is an Electrician (Marine) for the Mat Sinking Unit. The duty location will be wherever the Mat Sinking Unit is located. Incentives MAY be approved. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires the incumbent to obtain a TWIC card and a U.S. Coast Guard License as Assistant Engineer and Tankerman PIC/Barge DL within 5 years. Successfully complete and pass pre-employment physical. Successfully complete and pass pre-employment drug screen, and inclusion in the randomized drug testing program. Work in inclement weather conditions. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electrician (Marine) ~ without more than normal supervision which is described as: installing and repairing electrical systems and equipment; troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical failures or malfunctions; reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORTS: Incumbent performs work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where the parts, equipment, or systems are in hand-to-reach places. Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a tiring and uncomfortable position. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside in weather that is occasionally disagreeable. Dirt, carbon, and grease are frequently disagreeable, caused by working on equipment in marine hulls. Noise is frequently and intensely disagreeable, caused by working in and around engine, generators, motors, gears located in holds of floating plant. Fumes and smoke are frequently unpleasant; and the wearing of a helmet is occasionally uncomfortable. Incumbent is constantly exposed to the possibility of electrocution while working on AC and DC electrical systems. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of burns or engine crankcase explosion while working on engines and generators. Incumbent is required to observe safety precautions wear appropriate safety equipment and work in the safe manner to prevent injury to self and other workmen and to prevent property damage. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) 29 Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act. Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative. This announcement may be used to fill like vacancies for three months after the closing date. This position is covered by the AFGE bargaining unit. All qualification requirements must be met within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.